Who is the course for? This course is for students who are interested in understanding the impact of the social and political events of the past and their influence on the world of today. What you’ll learn: During your studies of History at Sydney Russell you will learn about search for rights, freedoms and greater equality during the twentieth century. You will study how, in the USA, the quest for political, social and economic advancement looked mainly to reform existing structures. In studying South Africa, you will see how this quest led to more radical outcomes, bringing an end to the apartheid regime. Studying two different countries allows students to develop a greater understanding of both similarities and differences in the search for greater rights, freedoms and equality in the twentieth century world and think about the challenges we face today to ensure these rights for all. You will also complete coursework on the causes of the Great War through independent research and the study of different historical interpretations and perspectives. Finally, you will study the quest for rights and freedoms in a different context by learning about the fascinating and turbulent relationship between Great Britain and her closest neighbour: Ireland. This will also enable you to question ideas around nationality and identity and give you an insight into why issues with Ireland today are still of such national importance. As well as gaining a greater understanding of some key concepts and ideas that have formed our attitudes and world views today, students of history will also gain valuable transferable skills that are highly desirable and important for a range of professions. Just some of these include the ability to think critically and build arguments as well as the ability to research and analyse texts and information. What subjects this goes well with: Geography, English Literature, Politics, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics How you’ll learn: Classroom based learning What you can do next: A Level History provides the opportunity to progress to degree subjects such as History, HSPS, PPE, International relations, classics, liberal arts, law and archaeology. There are opportunities to study combined degrees alongside history. Higher and degree apprenticeships exist in law, cultural heritage and the Civil Service for which the skills developed in History are essential. How to prepare for this course: Preparatory Reading: • The Modern American Presidency by Lewis L. Gould • American Caesars: Lives of the US Presidents, from Franklin D. Roosevelt to George W. Bush by Nigel Hamilton • Long Walk To Freedom by Nelson Mandela • My Traitor’s Heart by Rian Malan • Irish Freedom by Richard English
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About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Parsloes Avenue, Dagenham, RM9 5QT |
Who is the course for? This course is for students who are interested in understanding the impact of the social and political events of the past and their influence on the world of today. What you’ll learn: During your studies of History at Sydney Russell you will learn about search for rights, freedoms and greater equality during the twentieth century. You will study how, in the USA, the quest for political, social and economic advancement looked mainly to reform existing structures. In studying South Africa, you will see how this quest led to more radical outcomes, bringing an end to the apartheid regime. Studying two different countries allows students to develop a greater understanding of both similarities and differences in the search for greater rights, freedoms and equality in the twentieth century world and think about the challenges we face today to ensure these rights for all. You will also complete coursework on the causes of the Great War through independent research and the study of different historical interpretations and perspectives. Finally, you will study the quest for rights and freedoms in a different context by learning about the fascinating and turbulent relationship between Great Britain and her closest neighbour: Ireland. This will also enable you to question ideas around nationality and identity and give you an insight into why issues with Ireland today are still of such national importance. As well as gaining a greater understanding of some key concepts and ideas that have formed our attitudes and world views today, students of history will also gain valuable transferable skills that are highly desirable and important for a range of professions. Just some of these include the ability to think critically and build arguments as well as the ability to research and analyse texts and information. What subjects this goes well with: Geography, English Literature, Politics, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics How you’ll learn: Classroom based learning What you can do next: A Level History provides the opportunity to progress to degree subjects such as History, HSPS, PPE, International relations, classics, liberal arts, law and archaeology. There are opportunities to study combined degrees alongside history. Higher and degree apprenticeships exist in law, cultural heritage and the Civil Service for which the skills developed in History are essential. How to prepare for this course: Preparatory Reading: • The Modern American Presidency by Lewis L. Gould • American Caesars: Lives of the US Presidents, from Franklin D. Roosevelt to George W. Bush by Nigel Hamilton • Long Walk To Freedom by Nelson Mandela • My Traitor’s Heart by Rian Malan • Irish Freedom by Richard English
Examination and coursework
